2004 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Delta weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 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 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Megane | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
