2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |