2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 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 1,997 cc, 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
