2007 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Renault Megane and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Megane | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |