2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 370 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | PT Cruiser | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |