2001 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane.
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 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Megane | Brera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
