2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
