2008 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 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 290 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
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 (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
