2004 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
