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


 

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