2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Brilliance | Renault |
Model | BS4 | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |