1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tracker | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
