2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 178 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
