Renault Megane 2006 vs BMW 1 series 2004

 
Renault Megane
2006 - 2009
BMW 1 series
2004 - 2006
Body: CabrioHatchback
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.6 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 110 HP116 HP
Torque: 151 NM150 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.8 seconds11 seconds
BMW 1 series is a more dynamic driving.
Renault Megane engine produces 6 HP less power than BMW 1 series, but torque is 1 NM more than BMW 1 series. Due to the lower power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.07.5
Real fuel consumption: 7.5 l/100km8.6 l/100km
The Renault Megane is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Renault Megane consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series, which means that by driving the Renault Megane over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series.
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres50 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 850 km in combined cycle660 km in combined cycle
1050 km on highway840 km on highway
800 km with real consumption580 km with real consumption
Renault Megane gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Renault Megane) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 1 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.

Engines

Engine production duration: 25 years8 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Clio, Dacia DusterUsed only for this car
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Megane might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: noyes
The BMW 1 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.

Dimensions

Length: 4.36 m4.23 m
Width: 1.78 m1.75 m
Height: 1.40 m1.43 m
Renault Megane is larger, but slightly lower.
Renault Megane is 13 cm longer than the BMW 1 series, 3 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 190 litres330 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
490 litres1150 litres
BMW 1 series has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Renault Megane has 140 litres less trunk space than the BMW 1 series. This could mean that the Renault Megane uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 1 series (by 660 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.8 metres less than that of the BMW 1 series, which means Renault Megane can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`7751`705
Safety: no data
Quality:
low

average
BMW 1 series has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Renault Megane has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than BMW 1 series, so BMW 1 series quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 28003400
Rating in user reviews: 8.3/10 8.0/10
Pros and Cons: Renault Megane has
  • timing belt engine
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
BMW 1 sērija has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
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