2005 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
