1999 Daewoo Chairman 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 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daewoo Chairman (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 1999 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Chairman | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Chairman | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
