1996 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |