2003 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2003 Renault Megane and 2003 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2003 Renault Megane and 2003 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 103 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 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 2003 Renault Megane. 2003 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Megane | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |