2002 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 734 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 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Megane | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
