2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 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 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 2011 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche 911 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Megane |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |