2008 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 2 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
Because 2010 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Renault | Ascari |
| Model | Megane | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2636 mm |
