2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 417 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 Wagon R+ 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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
