2008 Lada 21 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Lada 21 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Lada 21.
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 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada 21 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | 21 | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |