2003 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight 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 Insight | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
