2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
