1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
