2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
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 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
