1996 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
