2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
