2001 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 875 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.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Megane | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
