2005 Renault Megane vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 522 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.
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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1772 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
