2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 929 kg more than 2005 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 Express (489 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
