2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 2003 Toyota Avensis and 2012 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Avensis | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
