Renault Megane 2016 vs Volvo V40 2012
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 90 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
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Volvo V40 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Megane engine produces 25 HP less power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Volvo V40. Due to the lower power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.7 | 3.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.6 l/100km | 5.0 l/100km | |
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The Volvo V40 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 15 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1270 km in combined cycle | 1720 km in combined cycle | |
| 1380 km on highway | 1820 km on highway | ||
| 830 km with real consumption | 1240 km with real consumption | ||
| Volvo V40 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 133 mm (5.2 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Megane can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Megane version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo S80, Volvo S60, Volvo S40, Volvo V60 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Megane might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Volvo V40 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Renault Megane 2016 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Renault Megane 2016 1.5 engine Volvo V40 2012 1.6 engine: The main issues reported by owners are frequent oil and coolant leaks. The Siemens fuel system with piezo injectors is highly sensitive to fuel quality, requiring the use of high-grade diesel to avoid ... More about Volvo V40 2012 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Renault Megane is 1 cm shorter than the Volvo V40, 1 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 384 litres | 335 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1247 litres | no data | |
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Renault Megane has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Renault Megane has 49 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V40. The Volvo V40 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.6 metres more than that of the Volvo V40, which means Renault Megane can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`841 | 1`890 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 12 200 | 7400 | |
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