2000 GMC Savana vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Savana | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
