2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Fiat Palio and 2002 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio. 2002 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Megane |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |