2000 Honda HR-V vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda HR-V | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | HR-V | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |