2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 380 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 X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | X3 | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |