2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
