2005 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 56 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 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1706 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
