2007 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Renault Megane and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Megane | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Megane | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |