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, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 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 | Sedan |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
