2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 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 Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
