2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2012 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
