2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 55 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, 2005 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
