2005 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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, 2001 Toyota RunX (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | RunX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
