2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 722 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.
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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Sienna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2037 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
