2000 Honda Life vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Renault Megane (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Life | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |