2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
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 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |