2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
