2008 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 212 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
