1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Cielo | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
