2002 Renault Megane vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
