2007 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (249 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
