2000 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Regal.
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, 2000 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Regal | 2010 Renault Megane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Regal | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |