2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Odyssey | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 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 | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |