2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
