1996 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 555 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 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Megane | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
