Renault Megane 2020 vs Skoda Scala 2019
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 300 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
|
Renault Megane is more dynamic to drive. Renault Megane engine produces 150 HP more power than Skoda Scala, whereas torque is 150 NM more than Skoda Scala. Thanks to more power Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 50 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 101 mm (4 inches) | 149 mm (5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Scala 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 Skoda Scala version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Skoda Superb, Audi A1, Audi Q3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Skoda Scala engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Skoda Scala 2019 1.5 engine: The engine is praised for being both flexible and torquey, delivering impressive performance for its horsepower rating. It is also remarkably fuel-efficient. However, the engine is very demanding when it comes ... More about Skoda Scala 2019 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.36 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.47 m | |
|
Renault Megane is larger, but lower. Renault Megane and Skoda Scala are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 294 litres | 467 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1410 litres | |
|
Skoda Scala has more luggage space. Renault Megane has 173 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Scala. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.3 metres more than that of the Skoda Scala. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`905 kg | 1`718 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`334 kg | 1`180 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 571 kg | 538 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 17 400 | 13 000 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Renault Megane has
|
Skoda Scala has
| |