2003 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 575 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 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
