2001 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 247 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2008 Toyota Camry 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. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
