2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. 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 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Stilo | Megane |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |