2000 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
