2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Crosswagon | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
