2003 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
