2006 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 174 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Megane | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
