2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
