2007 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 355 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Megane | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |