1996 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 7 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. Both 1996 Renault Megane and 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Megane | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
