2008 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Megane | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |