2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 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, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Cavalier | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |