2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Dacia Logan and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 664 kg more than 2008 Dacia 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, 2008 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Dacia | Renault |
Model | Logan | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |