2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 525. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
