2007 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 300 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 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Megane | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
