1997 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Honda Legend.
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 Honda Legend (298 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (106 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
