2003 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Linea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Linea weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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, 2011 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2011 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Megane | Linea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
