2005 Renault Avantime 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 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime would be higher. Both 2005 Renault Avantime and 2006 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. 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 Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Avantime | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Avantime | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
