2007 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |