2010 Acura RL vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane. 2010 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura RL | 2012 Renault Megane | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RL | Megane |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4971 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |