1999 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 10 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Venza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
