2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Megane | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1569 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |