2010 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2011 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X3 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X3 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
