1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 791 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 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Megane |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |