2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Corvette and 2001 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Megane |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |