1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2006 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mille | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
