2009 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2009 BMW 745 and 2009 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 745 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 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 745 2009 Renault Megane
Make BMW Renault
Model 745 Megane
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4396 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 16.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1985 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 60 L


 

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