2012 Toyota Tundra vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Tundra | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Tundra | Megane |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |