2006 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa.
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, 2005 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2005 Toyota Previa 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. 2005 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
