2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
