2001 Renault Megane vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 11 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 995 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 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Megane | 535 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3071 mm |
