1999 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Megane (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
