2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Tacoma | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
