2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 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 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
