2007 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Hyundai i40

To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 208 kg more 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Megane 2012 Hyundai i40
Make Renault Hyundai
Model Megane i40
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1685 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 400 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 77.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17:01
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 236 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1638 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1815 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 4.3 L/100km


 

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