2012 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 198 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Accord | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
