1996 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 14 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 667 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Megane | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
