2000 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
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 Honda Accord (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Accord | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |