2009 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Megane | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1999 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
