2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Monte Carlo | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |