2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Freelander | 1998 Renault Megane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Freelander | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |