2006 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2003 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Renault Megane | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |