2009 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Megane | 408 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
