2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Centieme | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
