2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1999 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (134 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
