2002 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Megane | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Megane | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |