2012 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2012 BMW M5 and 2012 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2012 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane. 2012 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW M5 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M5 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1410 mm |
