1996 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Megane | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
