2000 Honda Step Wagon 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 Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 198 kg more than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Step Wagon | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Step Wagon | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |