1996 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
Model | Megane | Materia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.8 mm |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |