1996 Honda Legend 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 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |