2004 Honda Insight vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 567 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Renault Megane (184 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
