2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 639 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Megane | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |