2004 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 7 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. Both 2004 Renault Megane and 2011 Honda Stream are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream.
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, 2011 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Stream |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
