2007 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2004 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
