2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.1 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 Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
