2009 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit.
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, 2002 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |