2005 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |