2003 Renault Megane vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |