2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 665 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
