1996 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane.
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 Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
