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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40.
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 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (150 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.9 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 | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |