2007 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Megane | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
