1999 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 635 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 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Renault | Isuzu |
| Model | Megane | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
