2002 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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 iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Megane | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | iQ |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |