2007 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
