2008 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
