2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
