2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
