2000 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
