2010 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
