2002 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 122 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Megane | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |