2006 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 261 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Renault | Lotus |
| Model | Megane | Evora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
