2001 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, both 2001 Renault Megane and 2001 Toyota Allion were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Allion (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Megane | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Allion |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |