2007 Renault Megane vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, both 2007 Renault Megane and 2007 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 380 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 335 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 335. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Megane | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
