2002 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 2002 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
