1999 Renault Megane vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (134 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | Megane | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
