2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | ML | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
