2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2480 mm |
