2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane.
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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
