1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude.
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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Megane |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |