2000 Renault Megane vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 12 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 795 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Megane | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Megane | X3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |