Renault Megane 2006 vs Mercedes CLK 2005
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 135 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 191 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
| Renault Megane engine produces 28 HP less power than Mercedes CLK, whereas torque is 49 NM less than Mercedes CLK. Despite less power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 | 8.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km | 8.9 l/100km | |
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The Renault Megane is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes CLK, which means that by driving the Renault Megane over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes CLK. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 710 km in combined cycle | |
| 720 km with real consumption | 690 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Renault Megane) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes CLK) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 440'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes CLK engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Espace | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes SLK | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Megane 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 Mercedes CLK 2005 1.8 engine: The most notable issue with this engine is the sticking of exhaust valves due to carbon buildup. Another significant problem is the unreliable timing chain, which can stretch by 100,000 km. Early symptoms of a ... More about Mercedes CLK 2005 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.65 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.42 m | |
| Renault Megane is 29 cm shorter than the Mercedes CLK, 4 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 190 litres | 276 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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Mercedes CLK has more luggage space. Renault Megane has 86 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes CLK. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mercedes CLK, which means Renault Megane can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| 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`845 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| Mercedes CLK has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Megane has serious deffects in 45 percent more cases than Mercedes CLK, so Mercedes CLK quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2400 | 8400 | |
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