1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
