2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Toyota Vitz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
