2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |