2000 Peugeot 406 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406.
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, 2000 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 406 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 406 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
