2003 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 863 kg more than 2003 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 Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane. 2010 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Megane | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
