2004 Peugeot 206 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 206 and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. 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, 2004 Renault Megane (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 206 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 206 | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |