2006 Renault Megane vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
