1996 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic is newer by 12 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 2008 Renault Trafic are equipped with a 1,870 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
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, 2008 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
