2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |