2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
