2007 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight.
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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
