Renault Megane 2008 vs Opel Astra 2007
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 195 NM | 175 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.3 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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Renault Megane is more dynamic to drive. Renault Megane and Opel Astra have the same engine power, but Renault Megane torque is 20 NM more than Opel Astra. Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | 7.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km | 9.0 l/100km | |
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By specification Renault Megane consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra, which means that by driving the Renault Megane over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 52 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 780 km in combined cycle | 660 km in combined cycle | |
| 1010 km on highway | 830 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 570 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Megane gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Astra can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Opel Astra version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Espace | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel Vectra, Opel Signum | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Megane might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Renault Megane engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Renault Megane 2008 2.0 engine: The F4R 2.0 engine is a relatively simple and reliable unit, capable of lasting up to 400,000 km with proper maintenance. Its design is straightforward, and service is generally accessible. However, several recurring issues ... More about Renault Megane 2008 2.0 engine Opel Astra 2007 1.8 engine: Reliable and easy to repair engine, spare parts available. Main problems - oil leaks from heat exchanger and faulty phase regulator. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.30 m | 4.25 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.75 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.46 m | |
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Renault Megane is larger. Renault Megane is 5 cm longer than the Opel Astra, 6 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 372 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1162 litres | 1330 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Renault Megane has 8 litres less trunk space than the Opel Astra. This could mean that the Renault Megane uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra (by 168 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`783 | 1`760 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | average | |
| Opel Astra has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Renault Megane, so Opel Astra quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 1600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.0/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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