2007 Acura RDX vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RDX | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
