2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
