2007 GMC Savana vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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 Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Savana | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
