2006 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3270 mm |
