2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1453 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
