2004 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 390 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 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Megane | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Condor |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |