2006 Renault Scenic vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 Renault Scenic and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Renault Scenic and 2006 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 45 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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Scenic | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Scenic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
