2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 491 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
