2003 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 4 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |