2006 Renault Megane vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Renault Megane 2000 Subaru Impreza
Make Renault Subaru
Model Megane Impreza
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1869 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L