2003 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
