1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
