Renault Megane 2013 vs Peugeot 308 2014
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 190 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.2 seconds | 10 seconds | |
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Peugeot 308 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Megane engine produces 15 HP less power than Peugeot 308, whereas torque is 40 NM less than Peugeot 308. Due to the lower power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.3 | 4.7 | |
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The Peugeot 308 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault Megane consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 308, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 90 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1130 km in combined cycle | 1120 km in combined cycle | |
| 1300 km on highway | 1320 km on highway | ||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 109 mm (4.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster, Dacia Dokker | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008, Citroen C4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 308 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Peugeot 308 2014 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Peugeot 308 2014 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.57 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.51 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Renault Megane is 2 cm shorter than the Peugeot 308, width is practically the same , while the height of Renault Megane is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 524 litres | 610 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1595 litres | 1660 litres | |
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Peugeot 308 has more luggage space. Renault Megane has 86 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 308. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Peugeot 308 (by 65 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.1 metres less than that of the Peugeot 308. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`835 | 1`840 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | below average | |
| Renault Megane has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 308 has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Renault Megane, so Renault Megane quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 5400 | 6600 | |
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