2008 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Megane | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Megane | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |