2003 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 234 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 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |