2003 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 396 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 LaCrosse (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Megane | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
