2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Legacy | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
