2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna.
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, 2010 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
