2004 Honda City vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 1 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | City | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |