1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Megane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2480 mm |
