2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
