2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 418 kg more than 2012 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Forester | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
