2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.

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 (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Opel Corsa 2008 Renault Megane
Make Opel Renault
Model Corsa Megane
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1686 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 134 HP
Torque 165 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 162 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.4 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L


 

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