2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |