1997 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 10 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, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
