2006 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (134 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |