2007 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2009 Volvo XC70 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. 2009 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Megane | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
