2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
