2007 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Renault Megane and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 302 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Megane | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1195 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |