2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Lagreat | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
