2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,497 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Aveo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
