2000 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 4 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 279 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, 2000 Acura Integra (177 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
