2005 Renault Megane vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2005 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
