1999 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2011 Mazda MPV is newer by 12 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. Both 1999 Renault Megane and 2011 Mazda MPV are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MPV weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2011 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2011 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Megane | MPV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
