2006 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
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, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Renault | Lancia |
Model | Megane | Musa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |