1996 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 430 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.
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 Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2010 Buick Lucerne 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 Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Megane | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
