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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 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 834 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 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 | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |