2006 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 467 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Megane | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
