2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
