Renault Megane 2006 vs BMW Z4 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.9 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Renault Megane) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (BMW Z4) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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BMW Z4 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Megane engine produces 20 HP less power than BMW Z4, but torque is 100 NM more than BMW Z4. Due to the lower power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 7.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.9 l/100km | 7.6 l/100km | |
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The Renault Megane is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW Z4, which means that by driving the Renault Megane over 15,000 km in a year you can save 255 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW Z4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1030 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 1220 km on highway | 980 km on highway | ||
| 1010 km with real consumption | 720 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Megane gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
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 Z4) 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.09 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.30 m | |
| Renault Megane is 27 cm longer than the BMW Z4, width is practically the same , while the height of Renault Megane is 10 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 190 litres | 240 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
490 litres | no data | |
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BMW Z4 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Renault Megane has 50 litres less trunk space than the BMW Z4. This could mean that the Renault Megane uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 9.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.4 metres more than that of the BMW Z4. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`880 | 1`520 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| BMW Z4 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Megane has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than BMW Z4, so BMW Z4 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2400 | 10 600 | |
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