1999 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1404 mm |
