1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | Megane |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |