2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane.
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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Vibe | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
