2001 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 329 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, 2005 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1175 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
