1996 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1109 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
