2007 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 646 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.

Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Megane 2012 Land Rover Freelander
Make Renault Land Rover
Model Megane Freelander
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 236 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 2076 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 16.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 68 L


 

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