2008 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 293 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 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Megane | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
