1996 Renault Megane vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 1996 Renault Megane and 1996 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (136 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 324 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Renault Megane (191 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
