1996 Renault Megane vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Megane | X5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |