1996 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
