Renault Megane 2006 vs BMW Z4 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing 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: | 135 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 191 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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BMW Z4 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Megane engine produces 15 HP less power than BMW Z4, whereas torque is 9 NM less than BMW Z4. Due to the lower power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 | 7.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km | 7.6 l/100km | |
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The BMW Z4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW Z4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 105 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW Z4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 980 km on highway | ||
| 720 km with real consumption | 720 km with real consumption | ||
| 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW Z4 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Espace | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Renault Megane 2006 2.0 engine: The F4R 2.0 engine is a relatively simple and reliable unit, capable of lasting up to 400,000 km with proper maintenance. Its design is straightforward, and service is generally accessible. However, several recurring issues ... More about Renault Megane 2006 2.0 engine | |||
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`845 | 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 | 10 400 | |
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