2005 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
