2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Megane weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2000 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |