1999 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
