2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Megane weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
