2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 890 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
