1997 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 1 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane.
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, 1997 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
