2010 GMC Savana vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 14 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1148 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 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Savana | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 623 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2473 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
