2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Tundra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
