2004 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Megane | Verano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
