2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2001 GMC Yukon 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1174 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 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2001 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 GMC Yukon 2001 Renault Megane
Make GMC Renault
Model Yukon Megane
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4818 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1086 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 2010 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2480 mm


 

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