2003 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 647 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2010 Toyota Sienna 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. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
