2006 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
