2003 Renault Megane vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Renault Megane (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |