2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |