2000 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (124 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane. 2000 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Chairman | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Chairman | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
