2006 Acura TL vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. 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 146 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
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 2009 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 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| 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 | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| 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 Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 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 |
