2002 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 230 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |