2007 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Megane | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |