1996 Renault Megane vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Megane | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
