2006 MG ZR vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 MG ZR 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 MG ZR.
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 (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZR | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | ZR | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1095 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
