2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2011 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
