2001 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Scion tC
To start off, 2004 Scion tC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Scion tC weights approximately 70 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, 2004 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2004 Scion tC | |
| Make | Renault | Scion |
| Model | Megane | tC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
