2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | R | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2376 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
