2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Getz 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Getz (83 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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 (124 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Getz | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
