2004 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 153 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
