1999 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 9 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 300 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
