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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 100 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, 2007 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 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 | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
