2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |