1996 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |