1996 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 234 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Megane | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
