2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
