2006 Acura RSX vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Acura RSX and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
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, 2006 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RSX | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |