1996 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 874 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 180 L |
