2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 653 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
