2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Durango | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |