2007 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Renault Megane and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Megane | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
