2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
