1996 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 104 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |