2000 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 486 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Megane | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Megane | BLS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
