2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Highlander | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
