2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
