2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 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 2,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
