2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 BMW 318.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
