2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Nubira | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
