2005 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Honda Accord and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1185 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |