2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | LR3 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
