2007 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Megane | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
