2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |