2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 and 2011 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 269 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.
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, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 2011 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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.
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2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Megane |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4511 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |