2011 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Accord | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
