2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Brooklands | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
