2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B4000 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
