2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Megane | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |