2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Bora | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
