2007 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 235 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
