2003 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 82 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
