2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Equinox | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
