2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | SV 6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
