1996 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1996 Renault Megane | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |