2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 591 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 (220 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (106 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
