2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 639 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (343 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Toyota Sienna 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. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1889 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
