2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
