1999 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 600 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 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
