2004 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Megane weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
