2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 455 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (106 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |