2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Renault Megane | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Megane | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |