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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 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 661 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, 2005 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |