2004 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 670 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 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Megane | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3157 mm |
