1999 Renault Megane vs. 1995 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 605 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Renault Megane 1995 Honda Today
Make Renault Honda
Model Megane Today
Year Released 1999 1995
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1400 mm


 

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