2001 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Logan weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
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, 2001 Renault Megane (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Logan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
