2009 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Megane | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
