2008 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Because 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | Megane | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
