2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 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 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
