2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Canyon | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
