1999 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 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 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 555 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Renault Megane | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Megane | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |