2001 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Fabia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 105 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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Megane | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
