2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra 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. Both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 564 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1770 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
