2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
