1999 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 185 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 1999 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Renault Megane | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2615 mm |