2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 3 and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 3 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 3 | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |