2000 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2000 BMW 730 and 2000 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 730 2000 Renault Megane
Make BMW Renault
Model 730 Megane
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L