1996 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1105 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Megane | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
