2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 105 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
