2003 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 227 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2006 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |