2007 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 BMW M3 and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
