2009 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Peugeot 607

To start off, both 2009 Renault Megane and 2009 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Renault Megane 2009 Peugeot 607
Make Renault Peugeot
Model Megane 607
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.6 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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