2002 Renault Megane vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
