2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1265 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 2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Acadia | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
