2002 Peugeot 106 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Peugeot 106 and 2002 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 106. 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, 2002 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 106. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Peugeot 106 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 106 | Megane |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |