2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 414 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.
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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
