2008 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Renault Grand Scenic are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 345 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 Grand Scenic (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
