2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 4 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | LR2 | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |