2007 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Megane | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Megane | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |