2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Forester | 2012 Renault Megane | |
Make | Subaru | Renault |
Model | Forester | Megane |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 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 |
Torque | 236 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1674 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |