2007 Renault Megane vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
