2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Xedos | Renault |
| Model | 9 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
