2002 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 38 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
