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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 4000 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 77 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 (201 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). 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 | 1870 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
