2003 Renault Megane vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 660 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 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Megane | 650 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
