2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Passat | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
