1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. 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, 2002 Renault Megane (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Marea | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
