1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Venture | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
