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 100 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 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 1150 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
