2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 45 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.
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 (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |