2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Palio and 2001 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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, 2001 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Megane |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 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 | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |