2008 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |