2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |