2012 Renault Megane vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, both 2012 Renault Megane and 2012 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2012 BMW 320 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 320. 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 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Renault Megane | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Megane | 320 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |