2008 Renault Megane vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 447 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Megane | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
