2005 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Prix | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |