2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 104 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C4 | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |