2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2010 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Yaris | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
