Volvo V40 2016 vs Renault Megane 2020
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 1.5 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 120 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 280 NM | 260 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds | |
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Volvo V40 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo V40 engine produces 5 HP more power than Renault Megane, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Renault Megane. Thanks to more power Volvo V40 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.7 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 litres | 45 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 144 mm (5.7 inches) | 101 mm (4 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo V40 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 Volvo V40 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Volvo V40 Cross Country | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster | |
| 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. | |||
| Renault Megane 2020 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 2020 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.37 m | 4.36 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.43 m | |
| Volvo V40 and Renault Megane are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 335 litres | 335 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1500 litres | 1191 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo V40 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Renault Megane. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`995 kg | 1`910 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 11 200 | 17 400 | |
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