1999 Mitsubishi GTO vs. 1999 Renault Megane

To start off, both 1999 Mitsubishi GTO and 1999 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane.

Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mitsubishi GTO 1999 Renault Megane
Make Mitsubishi Renault
Model GTO Megane
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 426 Nm 152 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2480 mm