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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 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 | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
