2005 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 696 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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, 2005 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
