2003 GMC Sonoma vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 GMC Sonoma 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2003 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sonoma 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 Sonoma (190 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sonoma | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Sonoma | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
