1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
