2011 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Avalon | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Avalon | Megane |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
