2011 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 413 kg more than 2010 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | M | Megane |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1843 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
