2004 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Buick Regal and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Regal | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |