2005 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 8 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 559 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
