2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Captiva | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
