2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 8 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 75 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, 2008 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
