2006 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 675 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2004 Toyota Sienna 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. 2004 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
