2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2008 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
