Renault Megane 2006 vs Opel Astra 2004
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 135 HP | 200 HP | |
| Torque: | 191 NM | 262 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds | |
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Opel Astra is a more dynamic driving. Renault Megane engine produces 65 HP less power than Opel Astra, whereas torque is 71 NM less than Opel Astra. Due to the lower power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 2.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 9.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km | 9.7 l/100km | |
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The Renault Megane is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra, which means that by driving the Renault Megane over 15,000 km in a year you can save 195 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 52 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 530 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 690 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 530 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Megane gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Astra can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Opel Astra version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Renault Megane 2006 2.0 engine: The F4R 2.0 engine is a relatively simple and reliable unit, capable of lasting up to 400,000 km with proper maintenance. Its design is straightforward, and service is generally accessible. However, several recurring issues ... More about Renault Megane 2006 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.75 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.50 m | |
| Renault Megane is 2 cm shorter than the Opel Astra, 3 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1600 litres | 1590 litres | |
| Renault Megane has 20 litres less trunk space than the Opel Astra. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Megane (by 10 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.1 metres less than that of the Opel Astra. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`885 | 1`950 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Opel Astra has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Megane has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Opel Astra, so Opel Astra quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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