2007 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
