2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane and 2006 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (169 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70.
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 V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Megane | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |