1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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 Renault Megane (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Metro | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
