2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
