2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Q7 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
