2002 Renault Megane vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon 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 2012 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Megane | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
