2012 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Megane | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Megane | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2909 mm |
