2011 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Megane |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
