2009 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 161 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 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 | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
