1996 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Yaris |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |