2006 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |