2008 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 154 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane. 2012 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Renault Megane | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Megane | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |