2005 Acura TL vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Acura TL and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 317 kg more than 2005 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 TL (323 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1296 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
