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 (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 5250 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 402 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (105 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 | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
