2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
