2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 360 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Because 2004 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360. 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 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 360 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
