2000 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Renault Megane (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
