2001 Renault Megane vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Megane (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
