2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (184 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Punto | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |