2002 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 369 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Megane |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |