2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 941 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Touareg | Megane |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
