2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
