2003 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 BMW 520 and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2003 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 520 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 520 | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |