2008 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
