2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Am | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
