1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
