2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Megane weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 406 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 406 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
