2007 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Renault Megane and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 144 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 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Megane | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Megane | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1362 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |