1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Lumina and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Lumina | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |