2006 MG ZR vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 MG ZR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZR weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 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 MG ZR (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZR | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | ZR | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
