2005 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
