2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 10 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 200 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 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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 Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rainier | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |