2003 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Megane | Reno |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |