1996 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 214 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
