2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1471 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
