2003 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 293 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.
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 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Touran |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
