2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 310 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 X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | X5 | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |