2007 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 261 kg more 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, 2007 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
