2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
