2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 96 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 Venture (285 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Venture | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |