1996 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 416 kg more than 1996 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2011 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
