2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1464 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
