2011 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai ix35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai ix35 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Megane | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Megane | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
