2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
