2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rainier | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
