2006 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 2006 Renault Megane and 2007 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 448 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
