2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
