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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 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 327 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.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 273 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. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
