2001 Peugeot Partner vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Partner. 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, 2008 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot Partner | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | Partner | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
