2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Megane (270 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
