2001 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 598 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
