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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 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 Volvo S60 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Megane | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |