2004 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Logan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
