1996 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 365 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Prius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
