2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Skoda Fabia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 2003 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Skoda | Renault |
| Model | Fabia | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
