2004 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Megane | 147 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
