2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Equinox and 2011 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2011 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Equinox | Megane |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
