2008 Peugeot 307 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 307 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 1,598 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 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 75 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307. 2008 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 307 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 307 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
