1996 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 11 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION.
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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Megane | ION |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |