2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 307 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
