2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea. 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 (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Albea | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |