2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Jetta and 2011 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Jetta | Megane |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |