2006 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2006 BMW 740 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 915 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 740 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 740. 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 740 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
