2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Raider | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
