2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 404 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
