2007 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 145 kg more 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, 1999 Renault Megane (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
