2004 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
