2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
