1996 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 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. Both 1996 Renault Megane and 2006 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 233 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
