2007 Renault Megane vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
