2002 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 274 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
