2006 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 3 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. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea.
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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Megane | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |