2001 Renault Megane vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V40 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Megane | V40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
