2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
