2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Atos | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
