1996 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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 Toyota Matrix (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
