1996 Renault Megane vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 541 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 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
