2007 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
