2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
