2009 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
