2001 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 952 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
