Renault Megane 2018 vs Peugeot 2008 2013
| Body: | Hatchback | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 HP | 92 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds | |
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Renault Megane is more dynamic to drive. Renault Megane engine produces 23 HP more power than Peugeot 2008, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Peugeot 2008. Thanks to more power Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 50 litres | |
| 880 km with real consumption | 1020 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Peugeot 2008 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 Peugeot 2008 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Citroen C4 Picasso, Citroen C4 | |
| 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: | no | yes | |
| The Peugeot 2008 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 2018 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Renault Megane 2018 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.16 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.56 m | |
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Renault Megane is larger, but lower. Renault Megane is 20 cm longer than the Peugeot 2008, 8 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 11 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 335 litres | 350 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1247 litres | 1194 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Renault Megane has 15 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 2008. 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 Renault Megane (by 53 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.8 metres more than that of the Peugeot 2008, which means Renault Megane can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`898 | 1`684 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | Renault Megane has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 2008 has serious deffects in 45 percent more cases than Renault Megane, so Renault Megane quality is probably significantly better | ||
| Average price (€): | 11 000 | 7400 | |
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