2002 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 154 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
