2005 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2006 Renault Megane (200 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
