2005 Marcos TS vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2005 Marcos TS 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 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | TS | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
