2006 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V70 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | V70 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
