2004 Renault Megane vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 210 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 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Megane | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
