2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 629 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Megane 2005 Toyota Sequoia
Make Renault Toyota
Model Megane Sequoia
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 427 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 2279 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 99 L


 

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