2006 Renault Megane vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna.
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 (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
