2009 Honda Element vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 161 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
