1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |