2009 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2009 Renault Megane and 2009 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2009 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Megane | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |