2009 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2009 Renault Megane and 2009 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 227 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Megane | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
