2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Touareg | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
