2005 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
