2002 Renault Megane vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Megane | 520 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
