2004 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 815 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 Uplander (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Uplander | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
