1996 Toyota Paseo 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 Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Paseo | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Paseo | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
