2001 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 279 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
