2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | HHR | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
