1996 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 960 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Megane | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2895 mm |
