2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 214 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Megane | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |