2008 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 2006 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Fit | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
