2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
