1996 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |