1996 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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 (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |