Renault Megane 2004 vs Volkswagen EOS 2011
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 HP | 210 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds | |
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Volkswagen EOS is a more dynamic driving. Renault Megane engine produces 47 HP less power than Volkswagen EOS, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Volkswagen EOS. Due to the lower power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 | 7.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km | 8.2 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen EOS is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen EOS, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen EOS. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 750 km in combined cycle | 770 km in combined cycle | |
| 980 km on highway | 1010 km on highway | ||
| 720 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 142 mm (5.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen EOS 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 Volkswagen EOS version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Renault Megane 2004 2.0 engine: This engine offers a respectable lifespan for a turbocharged motor but comes with several recurring issues that demand attention. One common problem is oil consumption, which can result from hardened valve seals or, in later ... More about Renault Megane 2004 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.44 m | |
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Renault Megane is smaller. Renault Megane is 6 cm shorter than the Volkswagen EOS, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Renault Megane is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 190 litres | 205 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
490 litres | 380 litres | |
| Renault Megane has 15 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen EOS. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Megane (by 110 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volkswagen EOS, which means Renault Megane can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`870 | 2`000 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Volkswagen EOS has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Megane has serious deffects in 610 percent more cases than Volkswagen EOS, so Volkswagen EOS quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 6400 | |
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