2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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 CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | CR-V | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |