1999 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
