2007 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Avensis | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
