2007 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2007 Renault Megane and 2007 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2007 Subaru Legacy 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. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Megane | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
