2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rainier | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
