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. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 524 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.

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 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Astra 2005 Renault Megane
Make Opel Renault
Model Astra Megane
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 214 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1181 kg 1705 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 60 L


 

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