2005 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 972 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 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Renault | Land Rover |
| Model | Megane | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2672 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2878 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |
