2005 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Megane | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Megane | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |