2000 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback 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, 2000 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Outback | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Outback | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
