2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | CX-7 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
