2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane. 2008 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Impala | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |