2006 Acura TL vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Acura TL 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TL | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |