2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 592 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 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2006 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C8 | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |