2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | YRV | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |