1996 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 289 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 1996 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Condor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1459 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
