2005 Acura RL vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RL | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
