1996 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 1996 Renault Megane (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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1996 Renault Megane | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |