2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (278 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Monte Carlo | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |