1996 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 815 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |