2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 131 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, 2002 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
