2005 Honda Life vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 2002 Renault Megane (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Life | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |