Renault Megane 2006 vs Peugeot 207 2006
| Body: | Cabrio | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 165 HP | 109 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 147 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds | |
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Renault Megane is more dynamic to drive. Renault Megane engine produces 56 HP more power than Peugeot 207, whereas torque is 123 NM more than Peugeot 207. Thanks to more power Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.0 | 7.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.0 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km | |
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The Peugeot 207 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 207, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 150 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 750 km in combined cycle | 710 km in combined cycle | |
| 950 km on highway | 890 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 620 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Megane gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Grand Espace | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Citroen Xsara, Citroen C3, Peugeot 206 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 207 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault Megane 2006 2.0 engine: This engine offers a respectable lifespan for a turbocharged motor but comes with several recurring issues that demand attention. One common problem is oil consumption, which can result from hardened valve seals or, in later ... More about Renault Megane 2006 2.0 engine Peugeot 207 2006 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 207 2006 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.03 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.72 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.47 m | |
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Renault Megane is larger, but lower. Renault Megane is 33 cm longer than the Peugeot 207, 6 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 190 litres | 270 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
490 litres | 923 litres | |
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Peugeot 207 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Renault Megane has 80 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 207. This could mean that the Renault Megane uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Peugeot 207 (by 433 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.2 metres less than that of the Peugeot 207. | |||
| 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`870 | 1`670 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Renault Megane has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 207 has serious deffects in 25 percent more cases than Renault Megane, so Renault Megane quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 1800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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