2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
