2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 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 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Stratus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
