2005 Lada 112 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Lada 112 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Lada 112. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Lada 112. 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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 112. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 112 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 112 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
