1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Step Wagon | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
