2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1482 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 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
