1997 Honda Today 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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
