2002 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Megane | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
