2008 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Megane | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Megane | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |