2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |