1999 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 170 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
