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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 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 | 1398 cc | 1870 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |