2007 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 328 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
