2005 Honda Avancier vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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 Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane. 2005 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Avancier | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Avancier | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
