2003 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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 Renault Megane (192 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
