2005 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 473 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Megane | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |