1999 Honda Today vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
