2006 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Megane | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 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 | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
