2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 291 kg more than 1996 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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
