2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 530 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Megane | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |