2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2004 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
