2008 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 BMW 750 and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 750 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 2008 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 750 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
