2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
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 | 1121 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |