2010 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 5 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
