2006 Renault Megane vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
