Car comparison

Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0vsRenault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8

Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.

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Honda Civic Type R (FK8)

2.0

320 hp1996 ccGasolineFWDManualTurbochargedHatchback2017-2020
VS

Renault Megane IV

RS Trophy 1.8

300 hp1798 ccGasolineFWDManualTurbochargedHatchback2018-2020

Comparison overview

Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.

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Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0

  • Fastest top speed
    272 km/h
    169 mph
  • Most powerful
    320 hp
    239 kW
  • Highest torque
    400 Nm
    295 lb-ft
  • Lightest
    1,345 kg
    2,965 lb
  • Best power-to-weight
    238 hp/t
    177 kW/t
    4.2 kg/hp
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
    7.7 L/100 km
    30.5 mpg US
    36.7 mpg UK
  • Lowest city consumption
    9.8 L/100 km
    24.0 mpg US
    28.8 mpg UK
  • Lowest highway consumption
    6.5 L/100 km
    36.2 mpg US
    43.5 mpg UK
  • Largest trunk
    420 L
  • Best overall score
    69/100
  • Best performance score
    68/100
  • Best economy score
    86/100
  • Best practicality score
    71/100

Specification comparison

Specification comparison
ModelHondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
Power
320hp239kW
300hp224kW
Torque
400Nm295lb-ft
400Nm295lb-ft
Curb weight
1,345kg2,965lb
1,419kg3,128lb
Gross weight
1,760kg3,880lb
1,899kg4,187lb
Top speed
272 km/h
169 mph
Unrestricted
270 km/h168 mph
Restricted
260 km/h162 mph
Calculated
To 99% top speed
69.4s99% target: 269 km/h / 167 mph
Calculated
72.4s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph
Calculated
0-100 km/h
5.8s
5.7s
0-200 km/h
18.2s
Calculated
18.6s
Calculated
0-60 mph
5.5s
Calculated
5.4s
Calculated
Fuel consumption
7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK
8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK
Fuel consumption city
9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK
10.4L/100 km22.6mpg US27.2mpg UK
Fuel consumption highway
6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK
6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK
Quarter mile
13.8s
Calculated
13.7s
Calculated
Power-to-weight
238hp/t177kW/t108hp/1000 lb
Calculated
211hp/t158kW/t96hp/1000 lb
Calculated
Torque-to-weight
297Nm/t199lb-ft/ton
Calculated
282Nm/t189lb-ft/ton
Calculated
Estimated range
597km371mi
Calculated
610km379mi
Calculated
Displacement
1,996cc122cu in
1,798cc110cu in
Length
4,557mm179in
4,372mm172in
Width
1,877mm74in
1,874mm74in
Height
1,434mm56in
1,445mm57in
Wheelbase
2,699mm106in
2,669mm105in
Front track
1,584mm62in
1,615mm64in
Rear track
1,602mm63in
1,596mm63in
Ground clearance
126mm5in
101mm4in
Trunk volume
420L
294L
Max trunk volume-
1,157L
Doors
5
5
Seats
4
5
Fuel tank
46L
50L
CO2 emissions
176g/km
-

Performance charts

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Dyno simulation

Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.

Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0Renault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8PowerTorque
  • Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0: Power / Torque
  • Renault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8: Power / Torque
Dyno simulation data table
VehiclePeak power RPMPeak torque RPMMax engine speed
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.06,500 rpm2,500-4,500 rpm6,750 rpm
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.86,000 rpm3,200 rpm6,250 rpm

Acceleration curve

Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.

Acceleration and drag-race table
MetricHondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
Acceleration checkpoints
0-60 mph
0-97 km/h
5.5 s
5.4 s
0-100 km/h
0-62 mph
5.8 s
5.7 s
0-200 km/h
0-124 mph
18.2 s
18.6 s
Top speed
272 km/h
169 mph
Unrestricted
270 km/h168 mph
Restricted
260 km/h162 mph
Likely limited
Drag race simulation
60 ft
18 m
2.4 s
2.4 s
330 ft
101 m
6.2 s
6.1 s
1/8 mile
201 m
9.2 s
9.1 s
1000 ft
305 m
11.7 s
11.6 s
1/4 mile
402 m
13.8 s
13.7 s
Trap speed
1/4 mile
402 m
174 km/h
108 mph
173 km/h
108 mph

Power comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW

Chart data table
VehicleValue
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
320 hp
239 kW
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
300 hp
224 kW

Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0 has 20 hp more than Renault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8.

The biggest power difference is between Renault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8 and Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0: 20 hp (15 kW).

Torque comparison

Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft

Chart data table
VehicleValue
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
400 Nm
295 lb-ft
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
400 Nm
295 lb-ft

Curb weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb

Chart data table
VehicleValue
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
1,345 kg
2,965 lb
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
1,419 kg
3,128 lb

Top speed without limiter comparison

Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph

Chart data table
VehicleValue
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
272 km/h
169 mph
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
Unrestricted
270 km/h168 mph
Restricted
260 km/h162 mph

0-100 km/h comparison

Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds

Chart data table
VehicleValue
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.05.8 s
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.85.7 s

Although Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0 has more power, Renault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8 is quicker from 0-100 km/h.

The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Renault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8 and Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0: 0.1 s.

Fuel consumption comparison

Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK

Chart data table
VehicleValue
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
8.2 L/100 km
28.7 mpg US
34.4 mpg UK

Power-to-weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t

Chart data table
VehicleValue
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
238 hp/t
177 kW/t
4.2 kg/hp
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
211 hp/t
158 kW/t
4.7 kg/hp

Estimated range comparison

Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi

Chart data table
VehicleValue
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
597 km
371 mi
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
610 km
379 mi

Performance spider chart

Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.

Chart data table
VehiclePowerAccelerationTop speed
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
320 hp
239 kW
5.8 s
272 km/h
169 mph
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
300 hp
224 kW
5.7 s
Unrestricted
270 km/h168 mph
Restricted
260 km/h162 mph

Most attractive quadrant

Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.

Chart data table
VehiclePerformance scorePracticality score
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
Power
320 hp
239 kW
0-100 km/h5.8 s
Top speed
272 km/h
169 mph
Doors/seats
5 doors
4 seats
Trunk
420 L
14.8 cu ft
Length
4,557 mm
179.4 in
Height
1,434 mm
56.5 in
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
Power
300 hp
224 kW
0-100 km/h5.7 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
270 km/h168 mph
Restricted
260 km/h162 mph
Doors/seats
5 doors
5 seats
Trunk
294 L
10.4 cu ft
Length
4,372 mm
172.1 in
Height
1,445 mm
56.9 in

Performance vs fuel economy

Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.

Performance vs fuel economy data table
VehiclePerformance scoreFuel economy score
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
Power
320 hp
239 kW
0-100 km/h5.8 s
Top speed
272 km/h
169 mph
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
Power
300 hp
224 kW
0-100 km/h5.7 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
270 km/h168 mph
Restricted
260 km/h162 mph
8.2 L/100 km
28.7 mpg US
34.4 mpg UK

Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0 is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption

Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption data table
VehicleFuel consumption, L/100 km0-100 km/h, s
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK
5.8 s
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
8.2 L/100 km
28.7 mpg US
34.4 mpg UK
5.7 s

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption

The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption data table
VehiclePower-to-weight, hp/tFuel consumption, L/100 km
HondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0
238 hp/t
177 kW/t
4.2 kg/hp
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK
RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
211 hp/t
158 kW/t
4.7 kg/hp
8.2 L/100 km
28.7 mpg US
34.4 mpg UK

Detailed score breakdown

Detailed score breakdown
VehicleHondaCivic Type R (FK8)2.0RenaultMegane IVRS Trophy 1.8
Power
320 hp
239 kW
300 hp
224 kW
Torque
400 Nm
295 lb-ft
400 Nm
295 lb-ft
Acceleration
5.8 s
5.7 s
Top speed
272 km/h
169 mph
Unrestricted
270 km/h168 mph
Restricted
260 km/h162 mph
Lightness
1,345 kg
2,965 lb
1,419 kg
3,128 lb
Fuel consumption
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK
8.2 L/100 km
28.7 mpg US
34.4 mpg UK
Practicality
Doors/seats
5 doors
4 seats
Trunk
420 L
14.8 cu ft
Length
4,557 mm
179.4 in
Height
1,434 mm
56.5 in
Doors/seats
5 doors
5 seats
Trunk
294 L
10.4 cu ft
Length
4,372 mm
172.1 in
Height
1,445 mm
56.9 in
Range score
597 km
371 mi
610 km
379 mi
CO2 score
176 g/km
-
Trunk score
420 L
14.8 cu ft
294 L
10.4 cu ft
Power-to-weight score
238 hp/t
177 kW/t
4.2 kg/hp
211 hp/t
158 kW/t
4.7 kg/hp
Overall
Fixed score
Fixed score

Fuel cost and annual usage

Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.

Enter the fuel price in your local currency, for example €/L, $/gal, £/L or any other local currency.

LC = Local Currency

Fuel cost and annual usage
VehicleHonda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0Renault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8
Consumption7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK
Cost / 100 km13.48 LC100 km14.35 LC100 km
Cost / 100 mi21.69 LC100 mi23.09 LC100 mi
Annual fuel used1,155 L305 US gal254 UK gal1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal
Annual fuel cost2,021 LC/year2,153 LC/year

Head-to-head comparisons

Honda Civic Type R (FK8) 2.0

  • Has 20 hp more
  • Is 74 kg lighter
  • Has 2 km/h (1 mph) higher top speed
  • Uses 0.5 L/100 km less fuel
  • Has 27 hp/t better power-to-weight
  • Has 126 L more trunk volume

Pros

  • Highest top speed
  • Most powerful
  • Highest torque
  • Lightest
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
  • Best power-to-weight ratio
  • Largest trunk

Cons

  • Slowest 0-100 km/h

Renault Megane IV RS Trophy 1.8

  • Is 0.1 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
  • Has 12 km (8 mi) more estimated range

Pros

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
  • Best estimated range

Cons

  • Lowest power
  • Highest combined fuel consumption
  • Heaviest
  • Lowest top speed
  • Smallest trunk

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