1996 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 232 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
