Renault Megane 2020 vs Peugeot 308 2021
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 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: | 300 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Renault Megane engine produces 170 HP more power than Peugeot 308, whereas torque is 170 NM more than Peugeot 308. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 52 litres | |
| Ground clearance: | 101 mm (4 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Peugeot 308 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 308 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Peugeot 308 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | 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 2021 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 2021 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Renault Megane and Peugeot 308 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 294 litres | 412 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1323 litres | |
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Peugeot 308 has more luggage space. Renault Megane has 118 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 308. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.7 metres more than that of the Peugeot 308, which means Renault Megane can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`905 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 18 000 | 21 800 | |
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