2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Renault Megane

To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 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 103 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 30 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Renault Laguna 2007 Renault Megane
Make Renault Renault
Model Laguna Megane
Year Released 2008 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 197 km/hour 236 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 6.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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