2001 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 610 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, 2004 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
