2006 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 BMW 545 and 2006 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 545 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 2006 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 545 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
