1996 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 359 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
