2001 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Megane |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |