Renault Megane 2006 vs Peugeot 206 2005
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 135 HP | 110 HP | |
| Torque: | 191 NM | 147 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds | |
| Renault Megane engine produces 25 HP more power than Peugeot 206, whereas torque is 44 NM more than Peugeot 206. Despite the higher power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 7.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km | 8.1 l/100km | |
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The Peugeot 206 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 206, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 195 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 206. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 680 km with real consumption | 610 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Espace | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Citroen Xsara, Citroen C3, Peugeot 207 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 206 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| 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 Peugeot 206 2005 1.6 engine: Relatively reliable engine, the main problems tend to be with the engine control electronics. The engine is demanding on fuel quality and fuel consumption is relatively high. It is highly recommended to ... More about Peugeot 206 2005 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 3.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.65 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.43 m | |
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Renault Megane is larger. Renault Megane is 68 cm longer than the Peugeot 206, 13 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | 245 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 992 litres | |
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Renault Megane has more luggage capacity. Renault Megane has 275 litres more trunk space than the Peugeot 206. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | 9.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.6 metres more than that of the Peugeot 206, which means Renault Megane can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`840 | 1`590 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | low | low | |
| Peugeot 206 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Renault Megane, so Peugeot 206 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1200 | |
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