2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 541 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane. 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Jeep | Renault |
Model | Commander | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |