1996 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 705 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 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Renault Megane | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |