2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 393 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Vibe | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |