2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Megane | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |