2008 Honda Fit vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit.
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 Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |