2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 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 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
