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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 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 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |