1999 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 11 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1382 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Megane | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Renault | Land Rover |
Model | Megane | Freelander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |