1996 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 356 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |