2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 7 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
