1996 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 867 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2037 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |