2008 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Renault Megane and 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 18 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Megane | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
