2001 Honda Legend 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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1656 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
