2009 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
