1996 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Megane | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |