2007 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 418 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Pod |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
