2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Cavalier | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |