Renault Megane 2010 vs Opel Astra 2010

 
Renault Megane
2010 - 2012
Opel Astra
2010 - 2012
Gearbox: AutomaticManual
Engine: 1.5 Diesel1.7 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 110 HP110 HP
Torque: 240 NM260 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.7 seconds12.6 seconds
Renault Megane and Opel Astra have the same engine power, but Renault Megane torque is 20 NM less than Opel Astra. Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.24.7
Real fuel consumption: 5.8 l/100km6.1 l/100km
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 Opel Astra, 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 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra.
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres56 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1420 km in combined cycle1190 km in combined cycle
1620 km on highway1360 km on highway
1030 km with real consumption910 km with real consumption
Renault Megane gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
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.

Engines

Engine production duration: 8 years2 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 22 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster, Nissan JukeUsed also on Opel Zafira
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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.30 m4.42 m
Width: 1.81 m1.81 m
Height: 1.49 m1.51 m
Renault Megane is smaller.
Renault Megane is 12 cm shorter than the Opel Astra, width is practically the same , while the height of Renault Megane is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 405 litres370 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1162 litres1235 litres
Even though the car is shorter, Renault Megane has 35 litres more trunk space than the Opel Astra. The Opel Astra may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra (by 73 litres).
Turning diameter: 11 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.4 metres less than that of the Opel Astra, which means Renault Megane can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`8452`065
Safety: no data
Quality:
low

average
Opel Astra has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Renault Megane has serious deffects in 45 percent more cases than Opel Astra, so Opel Astra quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 40003600
Pros and Cons: Renault Megane has
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
Opel Astra has
  • higher ground clearance
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
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